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Ousmane Diomande Transfer from Sporting CP to Liverpool
Ousmane Diomandé, an international Ivorian defender for Sporting Lisbonne, is being monitored by clubs including Liverpool. Alain Gouaméné, a former Ivory Coast goalkeeper and current staff member, commented that a departure soon seems likely for the player and that he will probably leave for a very big club, probably in England.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot wants to sign Ousmane Diomande from Sporting CP. The 21-year-old Ivory Coast international centre-back is under consideration at Liverpool, where the club’s recruitment staff are very impressed by him. Diomande has a release clause of €80m (£69.5m, $92.8m) in his contract at Sporting CP.
According to the media outlet DaveOCKOP, Liverpool is exploring other options, including one for Ousmane Diomande. The Reds have been observing Diomande's profile for a few months and continue to monitor the Ivorian's situation. He is under contract with his Portuguese club until June 30, 2027, is valued at 45 million euros, and earns an annual salary of 580,000 euros.
According to the Daily Express, Liverpool are interested in signing Sporting CP center back Ousmane Diomande after ceasing their efforts to sign Marc Guéhi next summer.
Reports in Spain claim Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande has been identified as Liverpool's number one replacement for Ibrahima Konate if the Frenchman departs next summer.
According to Fichajes, Liverpool are lining up a January move for Ousmane Diomande as uncertainty lingers over Ibrahima Konaté’s long-term future at Anfield. The Ivorian has emerged as a prime target. The Lisbon club are robust negotiators and typically demand value that reflects a player’s potential and the security of their contract. From the player’s perspective, Anfield offers a proven development platform for defenders and a style that plays to his strengths.
Liverpool are interested in signing Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande. According to Fichajes, Liverpool are looking at him as a potential replacement for Ibrahima Konate. The French international will leave Liverpool when his contract expires in the summer of 2026 and has not signed an extension.
Liverpool are reportedly considering strengthening in central defence in the upcoming January transfer window, and that could mean a move for a Chelsea target. According to talkSPORT, Ousmane Diomande is on Liverpool’s radar, as the Reds have been assessing a number of options as potential signings at the back.
Journalist Ben Jacobs reports that Ousmane Diomande is on Liverpool's wishlist for a new central defender. Diomande could be seen as a more obtainable target if the Reds were to move for him.
Team Talk reports on Liverpool's interest in a summer deal for Ousmane Diomande. Liverpool are keen on a summer deal for Ousmane Diomande and could bid for him in the coming days.
Diomande has been linked with multiple Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, due to his impressive performances. This interest from England may prompt Bayern Munich to accelerate their efforts to sign him.
Liverpool is also interested in acquiring Ousmane Diomande from Sporting CP. His performance as a strong central defender has attracted the attention of top clubs in Europe.
Diomande has been associated with English football. Liverpool made observations and showed interest.
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